In my search for why why last night, I happened upon a new bar and grill here in Mae Nam and popped in to try their version of the stuff, but the main reason of course was the free fast wifi..... Managed by a British pair, it is owned by an American who was making his return to Koh Samui last night, and like any prodigal son on his return, a fatted calf (well a free bbq....) was provided for all patrons. I got chatting to a couple from Belgium, Carla and Carlton (he an American - well he had to be with that name......). Really interesting, they run a Yoga school from their big farmhouse near Antwerp, and they certainly looked the part, especially he with his long flowing hair. Also joining us was an American girl who is travelling for five years. She allows herself $500 US a month for everything, travel, bed, food. Her total backpack weighs 11kilos and she uses couchsurfing.com for her accommodation. When she runs out of money towards the end of each month she goes to temples to eat, where food is provided free for hungry strangers. Now I'm sure I could learn some lessons from her.....
So all in all an interesting evening. But the best part of it all was that every time a big bell rings, they are insistent that your glass is refilled..... and the returning owner was very active with the bell..... So a good evening, three large glasses of drinkable why why and a delicious bbq all coming in at 130 Baht (less than £3).... Perhaps I did learn something from the American traveller after all.....
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